Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away

– Former Ring of Honor Chief Operating Officer, Joe Koff, has sadly passed away this week. A number of wrestlers and industry talents have also issued statements on his passing via social media. Koff worked for ROH as the COO from September 2011 after the company was purchased by Sinclair Broadcasting, until May 2022, when Tony Khan completed his acquisition of the promotion.

Koff previously worked with Sinclair Broadcasting, joining the company in January 2003, becoming the company’s Senior Vice President of Training and Development.

WWE Undisputed Champion and former ROH World Champion and wrestler Cody Rhodes said on Koff, “Joe Koff. Really great man that I learned a lot from and was always happy/lucky to be in his presence. All love to his family.”

On behalf of 411, we offer our condolences to the friends, family, and loved ones for Joe Koff.

MLW is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff. On behalf of MLW, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.

Joe always led with honor, integrity, and a passion for the sport we all cherish. His legacy will live on in… pic.twitter.com/JNY7g2ILHG

— MLW (@MLW) October 15, 2024

The AEW & Ring of Honor Family, along with the wrestling world mourn the passing of Joe Koff. Our thoughts are with his family and his friends. pic.twitter.com/0pFBXyd5mP

— ROH – Ring of Honor Wrestling (@ringofhonor) October 15, 2024

Joe Koff

Really great man that I learned a lot from and was always happy/lucky to be in his presence

All love to his family

— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) October 15, 2024

It’s unfortunate to hear about the passing of Joe Koff.

I’m very grateful to have worked under Joe’s ROH for close to a decade.

My sincere condolences go out to his family. https://t.co/NCkCjOQ51O

— Will Ferrara (@WillFerrara) October 15, 2024

Very sad to hear of the passing of Joe Koff. I truly appreciate the opportunities He helped provide me. Rest in peace Joe. https://t.co/FBWp7gGZow

— Brian Milonas (@brianmilonas) October 15, 2024

Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away

Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away

Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away

Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away

Former ROH Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff Passes Away